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The 80s Mixtaper

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80s music nut. You'll find my podcast "I completed 80s music" on Spotify, Apple and all good podcasting platforms

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The 80s Mixtaper @80smixtaper.bsky.social · Jul 30

Want to find the pod the easy way?

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I Completed 80s Music

Podcast · The 80s Mixtaper · In 2016 I started listening to every single UK chart entry from January 1st 1980 to December 31st 1989. This is the story of that journey, the bands, the music and how 80s...

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The 80s Mixtaper @80smixtaper.bsky.social · 8h

Dive into the triumphant soul of 1981 with Barry Manilow's iconic single "I Made It Through the Rain"! This heartfelt anthem, penned by Barry Manilow with lyrics by the legendary Melissa Manchester, captures the raw power of resilience—rising above heartbreak, storms, and doubt to claim victory.

The 80s Mixtaper @80smixtaper.bsky.social · 1d

You'll probably feel something later.

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The 80s Mixtaper @80smixtaper.bsky.social · 1d

In 1981, Talking Heads unleashed Once In a Lifetime, a sonic masterpiece that pulses with hypnotic rhythms, David Byrne’s electrifying vocals, and a surreal exploration of life’s fleeting moments.

The 80s Mixtaper @80smixtaper.bsky.social · 1d

Transport yourself back to 1981 with Talking Heads’ iconic single “Once In A Lifetime” – a hypnotic masterpiece that fuses new wave, post-punk, and art rock into an unforgettable journey of existential wonder. #ClassicHits #80smusic

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The 80s Mixtaper @80smixtaper.bsky.social · 3d

In 1981, Rainbow unleashed the electrifying single I Surrender, a timeless anthem that blends soaring vocals, blistering guitar riffs, and raw emotional intensity. Penned by Russ Ballard and brought to life by Joe Lynn Turner's commanding voice

The 80s Mixtaper @80smixtaper.bsky.social · 3d

Episode 28.5 of I Completed 80s Music out now.

Okay, this is a week out of date but even Mixtapers need holidays! (Caught a cold though, so yin and yang and all that!) But this is not an episode to miss out as we have more school disco classics, the last great Rolling Stones song and more!

The 80s Mixtaper @80smixtaper.bsky.social · 4d

Step into the shimmering haze of 1981 post-punk glamour with The Passions' iconic single "I'm in Love with a German Film Star"—a haunting, ethereal track that captured hearts and haunted airwaves.

The 80s Mixtaper @80smixtaper.bsky.social · 4d

@whenisbirths.bsky.social Top bloke, top book. #Intothegroove in all good bookshops now!

Justin Lewis @whenisbirths.bsky.social · 12d

Hyperaware that I'm doing a lot of me me me at the moment re: #IntoTheGroove, but I recently did the I Completed 80s Music podcast with @80smixtaper.bsky.social Iain, who asked me many good questions about the book. And I answered them, fortunately for both of us. www.youtube.com/watch?v=oyzc...

I Completed 80s Music Special: Interview with Justin Lewis.

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The 80s Mixtaper @80smixtaper.bsky.social · 16d

Released in 1981, "I'm in Love with a German Film Star" by The Passions is a hauntingly beautiful single that became an iconic part of the post-punk and new wave scene in the UK. With its dreamy guitar riffs and ethereal vocals, the song captures the bittersweet longing of infatuation and nostalgia.

The 80s Mixtaper @80smixtaper.bsky.social · 17d

Dive into the wild, post-punk energy of 1981 with The Teardrop Explodes’ "Reward," a Liverpool-born anthem that stormed the UK charts at No. 6, blending psychedelic swagger with new wave grit.

The 80s Mixtaper @80smixtaper.bsky.social · 17d

Fab discussion! When I've come up with some more questions lets have round 2!

The 80s Mixtaper @80smixtaper.bsky.social · 22d

Episode 28 of I Completed 80s Music out now.

Pack your salsa-ing shoes, this week’s a biggie! The Human League are bringing the love action, we meet the flirty mum favourite Modern Romance, the feathered hair Dollar, the anthemic Simple Minds and Stevie Nicks begins her epic 80s, amongst others!

The 80s Mixtaper @80smixtaper.bsky.social · 23d

Step into the cosmic groove of 1980, where Philly soul legends MFSB—Mother, Father, Sister, Brother—unleash their final studio masterpiece with the enchanting single "Mysteries of the World."

The 80s Mixtaper @80smixtaper.bsky.social · 24d

In 1981, John Lennon’s heartfelt single "Woman" from the Double Fantasy album captivated hearts with its tender tribute to Yoko Ono and women everywhere. Released posthumously after Lennon’s tragic death, the song’s soulful melody and raw, honest lyrics.

The 80s Mixtaper @80smixtaper.bsky.social · Sep 21

Step back into the electric energy of the early ‘80s with Blondie’s groundbreaking single, “Rapture.” Released in 1981, this iconic track fuses new wave and hip-hop in a way that paved the path for future generations, with Debbie Harry’s vocals and unforgettable rap verses making music history.

The 80s Mixtaper @80smixtaper.bsky.social · Sep 20

Episode 27.5 of I Completed 80s Music out now.

Dole queues, cultural appropriation and tinnitus is on the cards for this week’s episode!

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The 80s Mixtaper @80smixtaper.bsky.social · Sep 16

In 1981, Cliff Richard gifted the world with the heartfelt single A Little in Love, a timeless gem from his album I'm No Hero. This romantic ballad, with its lush melodies and Cliff’s signature silky vocals, captures the tender spark of new love with an irresistible blend of pop and soft rock.

The 80s Mixtaper @80smixtaper.bsky.social · Sep 15

Transport yourself back to the vibrant chaos of 1981 with Madness' electrifying single "The Return of the Los Palmas 7," a mostly instrumental ska masterpiece that stormed the UK charts to number 7 and stayed grooving for 11 weeks!

The 80s Mixtaper @80smixtaper.bsky.social · Sep 15

Please don't hate me, but I glanced briefly at the picture and thought it was James Dean Bradfield and Nicky Wire.

The 80s Mixtaper @80smixtaper.bsky.social · Sep 15

Get swept away by the infectious groove of “The Return of the Los Palmas 7,” the iconic 1981 single by British ska legends Madness! 🌟 Released as the third single from their acclaimed album “Absolutely,” this instrumental track soared to No. 7 on the UK Singles Chart.

The 80s Mixtaper @80smixtaper.bsky.social · Sep 13

In 1981, Spandau Ballet unleashed "The Freeze," a pulsating new wave anthem that captured the electric spirit of the era. With its infectious synth-driven melody and Tony Hadley’s soaring vocals, the track blended icy coolness with raw emotion, cementing the band’s place in the UK music scene.

The 80s Mixtaper @80smixtaper.bsky.social · Sep 12

Episode 27 of I Completed 80s Music out now.

Is this our biggest episode yet you ask? Why yes, yes it probably is! This is the only where we can cram Stevie Wonder, Duran Duran, Soft Cell and Shakin Stevens into the same format. How do we do it? Well that’s a trade secret.

The 80s Mixtaper @80smixtaper.bsky.social · Sep 11

In 1981, Spandau Ballet’s The Freeze burst onto the New Romantic scene, a pulsating synth-driven anthem that captured the vibrant energy of London’s early '80s nightlife.

The 80s Mixtaper @80smixtaper.bsky.social · Sep 10

In 1980, XTC unleashed "Sgt. Rock (Is Going to Help Me)," a witty new wave anthem that stormed the UK Singles Chart, hitting No. 16 in February 1981. Andy Partridge's nerdy plea for comic-book hero Sgt. Rock to aid his love life is pure genius.

The 80s Mixtaper @80smixtaper.bsky.social · Sep 10

XTC’s 1981 single “Sgt Rock (Is Going to Help Me)” from the album Black Sea delivers a witty blend of post-punk energy and comic book nostalgia, following a shy narrator who imagines the help of a heroic figure to navigate love’s awkward moments.